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by Andrew Kardon (Mon 04-08-2002)
... produced DRAGON'S LAIR action figures,” says AnJon, Inc.’s vice president of operations Daniel Dern. “Given the history of Dragon's Lair and the launch of an entirely new game for all of the new gaming platforms late this summer there was no reason in... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Inside the F/X Lair, Part 1
by Steve Ryfle (Thu 11-30-2000)
A couple of years ago, when word came down the pipeline that a Dungeons & Dragons movie was in the works, there were those of us who wondered why. Many years had passed since the early 1980s, when millions of oddball kids and fans of Lord of the Rings wer... Dragon's Lair 3D: Living Up To Expectations? (Tue 01-28-2003)
Encore software recently released Dragon's Lair 3D for Nintendo GameCube. The game is a 21st century update of the groundbreaking video game which featu...
"Dragon's Lair"
by Captain Gordon Edward (Mon 04-30-2007)
DVD games have been around for quite some time, but then again so have CD games. No I am not talking about PC games that you can plug into your drives and install onto your computer, nor am I talking about DVDs that you plug into a gaming console and ... DRAGON'S LAIR #1
by TONY WHITT (Thu 09-04-2003)
... remember DRAGON'S LAIR quite well: not only was it the first video game to use actual animation, done by none other than Don Bluth and company, it also used laser disc technology, something which at the time was completely revolutionary. It was also a... DRAGON'S LAIR
by ANDREW KARDON (Sat 08-03-2002)
...ng armor. DRAGON'S LAIR was unlike any other video game in that it made use of laserdisc technology to literally tell a story. Through a simple joystick control, players could tell the dashing (and somewhat clumsy) heroic knight DIRK THE DARING whether... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Inside the F/X Lair, Part 2
by Steve Ryfle (Thu 12-07-2000)
Dungeons & Dragons is a game of medieval mystery and magic, and its public reputation over the past few decades has been marked by fear and misunderstanding, mostly because a few mixed-up kid devotees took their own lives or, even worse, other people`s li... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
by Steve Biodrowski (Fri 12-29-2000)
Man, this movie was so bad that I didn’t even bother to review it when it came out. After all, we already had plenty of other coverage on the movie, and anybody could tell from the trailer that it was going to suck big time. So I figured why waste my brai... Punktown and Good Omens are Back to Mix Things UP
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 12-05-2006)
...h for the dragon's lair. But even in the Five Hundred Kingdoms bucking with Tradition isn't easy. It takes the strongest of wills, more than a hint of stubbornness, quick thinking and a refusal to give up, no matter what happens along the way. Someh... TOKYOPOP AND VIDEO GAMES LIVE™ ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE MARKETING PARTNERSHIP (Tue 07-24-2007)
...assics as Dragon's Lair, Tetris, Frogger, Gauntlet, Space Invaders & Outrun! ABOUT TOKYOPOP TOKYOPOP is hailed as a leading youth-oriented entertainment brand and an innovator of manga creation, with a revolutionary artistic vision that transcends co...Mitsubishi Megaview Pro 37 CRT Monitor (Sun 04-13-2003)
What They SayThe Review!Mitsubishi Megaview Pro 37 Review (High Definition on a budget!!) If you’ve been looking for a cheaper solution to getting Hi-Definition quality images while you’re watching anime and are a little tech-savvy (the cool...Horus Heresy, McKenna, Asher, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 10-10-2006)
Neal Asher releases the newest Polity novel, McKenna continues the Aldabreshin Compass series, and Black Library author Ben Counter takes over the reins of the newest Horus Heresy installment this week. Happy Tuesday everyone! A handful of fantasy sagas a... Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
by Robert T. Trate, Columnist (Fri 01-18-2008)
"Dragons of Autumn Twilight" is the first book in the Dragonlance Chronicles trilogy. The Chronicles are the first trilogy in the series of Dragonlance novels and anthologies that now number close to 150 books. This is the first attempt to ... DRAGON CHAMPION: Age of Fire
by Nadia Oxford (Tue 03-18-2008)
Despite being published four decades ago, Richard Adams' Watership Down remains the most beloved fantasy book of all time. Several fantasy authors have since made attempts to pen their own survival epic using other animal leads in the place of bachelor ra... DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: RETURN TO THE TEMPLE OF ELEMENTAL EVIL
by James T. Voelpel (Fri 09-07-2001)
In the heady days of the 1980s, hair was big, heavy metal was alive, and DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS modules were at your local gaming store every week. For those who know nothing about role-playing games, modules are adventures for Dungeon Masters to run a gagg... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
by Brian Thomas (Tue 08-14-2001)
During the 1980s, parents began to notice their preteen male children scurrying about in packs with other boys, spending hours in basements and rec rooms huddled around notebooks and dice. They heard talk of "role playing,” "Dungeon Masters" and "spell ca... There Be Dragons Here
by Randall Larson (Thu 12-28-2006)
THIS WEEK’S RECOMMENDATION
Patrick Doyle has composed a graceful and beautifully-postured symphonic score for Eragon, which was released on CD by RCA last week. Doyle, who has crafted such meticulous and evocative scores as Secondha... Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
by Karl Schneider (Thu 08-24-2006)
Last Updated: August 23, 2006Genre: Action, Fantasy, Animation, AdventureProduction Company: Commotion Pictures, Epic Level Entertainment, Toonz Animation IndiaDistributors: Paramount PicturesProject Phase: FilmingBudget: NAWho's Voicing It: Michael Rosen... X-Men 2: Inside Stryker's Lair!
by Heidi Meeley (Tue 10-22-2002)
Sidebar:
Entertainment
Weekly was given an X2 Exclusive with the publication
of seven new publicity shots from the movie, and an additional eight
images as online exclusives. Here is a samp... "McFarlane Dragons Series 5: Eternal Dragon"
by Mathew McKee (Thu 03-15-2007)
Todd McFarlane is known by toy collectors everywhere as the designer that revolutionized toys by setting a standard of detail and quality for smaller figures. When Todd first came onto the scene most figures smaller that 12” were not very deta... A GIFT OF DRAGONS
by Aaron W Shale (Fri 12-06-2002)
The legendary Anne McCaffrey, creator of the DRAGONRIDERS OF PERN books, has compiled three rare PERN short stories and one original PERN tale into an illustrated small hardcover volume called A GIFT OF DRAGONS.To put this review into context, it was only... Videoblog: Spider-Man 3: Grant Curtis on the Goblin lair (Thu 04-05-2007)
Grant Curtis talks about the Goblin lair on the 'Spider-Man 3' production blogDragons on DVD
by John Thonen (Tue 08-08-2000)
While the first installment in this column’s new weekly format may have been a little lackluster in terms of exciting releases, things pick up a bit on this second Tuesday in August. The big news is on the Direct-to-video (DTV) front. It appears DTV is ... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: DEITIES AND DEMIGODS
by James T. Voelpel (Tue 08-20-2002)
The renaissance of gaming continues! After many foibles made by the late lamented TSR corporation in their handling of DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS, the 3rd edition D&D seems to be ripe with excellent products. Ever since Wizards of the Coast released their landm... Where’s My Dance with Dragons?
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-29-2007)
Reading and enjoying epic genre literature requires, unfortunately, a great deal of patience. Though we love our favorite authors for their mind-expanding work, their creation of new worlds and imaginative storytelling ability, we can be the first to bran... DRAGONLANCE: DRAGONS OF A VANISHED MOON
by James T. Voelpel (Mon 07-22-2002)
DRAGONLANCE, a name in fantasy that represents over 100 novels, supplements and adventure modules, began way back in 1985 with DRAGONS OF AUTUMN TWILIGHT. Authors Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman have sold millions of copies of their DRAGONLANCE series, ... X (Fri 03-01-2002)
What They SayAt the millennial edge, the concluding battle for humanity’s future is staged. Kamui Shirou’s destiny has been decided as he returns to Tokyo to face his ultimate challenge. The Dragons of Heaven, defenders of the Earth, stand rea...Nautical Fantasy, SC: Ghost, Jordan & More
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 11-28-2006)
Blizzard Entertainment unleashes their first novel surrounding the Ghost assassin Nova, Paul Kearney and James M. Ward blend good old-fashion magic with maritime warfare, and Mercedes Lackey debuts another novel in the Scepter’d Isle sequence wi... Record of Lodoss War: Chronicles of the Heroic Knight
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 10-17-2000)
What They SayDisc A
Enter a world where dark knights battle beneath skies lit by dragon’s flame. Travel to a land where evil magicians make pacts with forgotten entities in exchange for forbidden powers. Return to the accursed island, Lodoss.
Five ... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: BLACK AND WHITE #1
by Tony Whitt (Sun 07-21-2002)
Perhaps I'm not the best person to review a comic based on DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. Playing D&D brings back bad memories of sitting around a table with a bunch of geeks who felt they were better than other geeks because they didn't wear their geekiness on thei... DRAGONS Crawl Out of Dungeon
by Steve Biodrowski (Mon 12-11-2000)
The weekend’s big fantasy debut, New Line’s Dungeons & Dragons, was helped out by legions of longtime fans who bought tickets, but that wasn’t enough to make an impressive dent at the box office. The film landed in 5th place with $7-million. With the film... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS RPG 4th Edition Announced
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 08-16-2007)
The world's oldest and best selling RPG, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, has announced today that a 4th edition is on the way Spring 2008. Here's the details for D&D: Wizards of the Coast series...
Whether you storm a mad wizard’s tower everyweek or ha... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: BOOK OF CHALLENGES - DUNGEON ROOMS, PUZZLES, AND TRAPS
by James T. Voelpel (Thu 08-08-2002)
For anyone that has ever run a DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS game, one of the major problems is the inevitable time that your players get off the beaten track into areas that you do not have prepared. For those dungeon masters who are caught unprepared and stuck r... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-27-2005)
What They SayShiina\'s dad is missing in action after his plane is attacked by an alien creature! Meanwhile, her best friend Akira has gotten mixed up with a vicious group of psychics.
Contains episodes 5-7.The Review!Shiina\'s life gets tossed upside d... Cylons in America
by Pat Ferrara, Columnist (Mon 01-28-2008)
Ever since its conception in 1978, Battlestar Galactica has been offering viewers a layered SF universe, one that manages to stay grounded with the world around us and in sync with contemporary American society. Like any good sci-fi series BSG explores th... David Goyer developing "Here, There Be Dragons"
by Karl Schneider (Tue 04-10-2007)
According to Sci Fi Wire, David Goyer and David Heyman are co-producing a feature film based on the fantasy novel, Here, There Be Dragons.The novel brings together three strangers (John, Jack and Charles) in London during World War I, where they become en... LAIR OF THE BEASTS: Do Mammoths Still Roam?
by Nick Redfern (Sat 10-04-2008)
The Mammoth: a mighty creature that roamed the lonely wilds of North America, the expanses of Western Europe, and the harsh lands of northern Russia during the Pleistocene era, and which is generally accepted as having become extinct somewhere around the ... Road Opens Small. MIIB To Slay Dragons?
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 07-12-2002)
We can't
remember the last time two comic book movies opened back-to-back but this
weekend will be the second in a row that an adaptation made its debut. Road
To Perdition opens today, to a chorus of critical approve, but don't
expect it to op... Dungeons & Dragons Magic Item Compendium
by Tim Janson (Sat 07-07-2007)
Dunegons & Dragons players today just don’t know how good they have it. Back in the ancient days of the late 70’s and early 80’s, we AD&D players had the DM’s guide and that was about it. Sure, the Dragon Magazine... Lair
by Captain Gordon Edward (Fri 06-08-2007)
Game:
Lair
Plot:
In a world ravaged by endless conflict and natural disaster, a call for peace turns into a bloodbath of betrayal and deceit. Playing as a warrior riding a voracious dragon trained for deadly aerial and ground comb... A sequel to DUNGEONS & DRAGONS?
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 05-22-2003)
I didn't think this would ever happen, but a sequel is being planned for the DUNGEONS & DRAGONS movie that came out three years ago. MATRIX producer Joel Silver will be overseeing the project via his Zinc Entertainment company along with Sweetpea Enterta... The Dragonlance Movie: Better As Anime?
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 11-08-2007)
Before I begin this week's column, I want to point out two news items that are of importance to Canadian anime fans:
1) The Death Note anime is airing on YTV on Fridays at 10 p.m. I believe it repeats at 1:30 a.m. for those of us who like their ... Here there be Toons!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Sat 04-02-2005)
Once upon a time, cartoons were on TV only at certain times. Oh, there were a few prime time exceptions like THE FLINTSTONES that wandered into the earliest slot of the schedule, but even these were later rerun in the cartoon ghettos. Network and local pr... Slayers Gorgeous
by Dani Moure (Thu 11-04-2004)
What They SayIts\' dark legacy began a thousand years ago. An evil creature was unleashed in the midst of a demonic war. The mighty warrior Culvert sealed the beast within the land, never suspecting it would return for revenge.
When Lina Inverse and her... Warner Bros. buys rights to HERE, THERE BE DRAGONS
by Karl Schneider (Fri 09-29-2006)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Warner Bros. Pictures has pre-emptively bought the rights to an upcoming children's novel HERE, THERE BE DRAGONS.The novel, written by James A. Owen, brings together three strangers -- John, Jack and Charles -- in Lond... More on SAVAGE DRAGON's 100th
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 08-30-2002)
Erik Larsen's SAVAGE DRAGON becomes the second Image Comics title to hit triple-digits next week following Todd McFarlane's SPAWN with an 80-page 100th issue. To commemorate the event, Larsen has lined up many guest contributors, including Arthur Adams... Roumanian Princesses and Lords of Lies
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 04-14-2008)
A slim release schedule doesn’t mean skimpy genre fare as this week’s debuts prove with big releases from powerhouse authors Kate Elliott, Orson Scott Card, and Ursula K. Le Guin along with newcomer Paul Genesse and a handful of talent from ac... 1983 Animated DUNGEONS & DRAGONS coming to DVD
by Karl Schneider (Wed 07-19-2006)
IGN has reported that a complete collection of episodes from the 1983 animated series DUNGEONS & DRAGONS will be released on November 7, 2006.The release will be a four-disc set containing all 27 episodes of the cartoon along with various bonus materials.... Bowman's REIGN Part One
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Thu 07-11-2002)
Best known for his work on both the X-FILES movie and television series, director Rob Bowman returns to the big screen this week with REIGN OF FIRE, a tale of fire-breathing medieval dragons inadvertently awakened from their slumber in present-day London.... DUNGEONS & DRAGONS film franchise rolls saving throw vs. second sequel
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 11-03-2004)
Even though the first sequel isn't ready for release, plans are afoot for a third DUNGEONS & DRAGONS movie. Zinc Entertainment, a branch of Joel Silver's Silver Pictures banner, is working on a third D&D movie while post-production work continues on DUNGE... E3: DUNGEONS & DRAGONS ONLINE announced
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 05-15-2003)
Atari Games and Turbine Entertainment announced today that they are taking Wizard of the Coast's popular DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS role-playing game online. Turbine is the software company that developed the hit RPG games ASHERON'S CALL and the sequel.The com... Fighting Fire with Fire
by Randall D. Larson (Tue 11-26-2002)
Composer Edward Shearmur hadn't tackled dragons before scoring this year's fire-breathing hit REIGN OF FIRE (released last week on DVD), but he had tackled just about everything else. One of the first assignments the British-born composer was handed as he... Kyo Kara Maoh! Vol. #4 (also w/book)
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-21-2005)
What They SayExhausted from his training to become the next King, Yuri is looking for any distraction he can find. Celi, meanwhile, unexpectedly announces that she is getting married. Later, Yuri devises a plan to stop Wolfram from trespassing into the Ki... Dragon Drive Vol. #08
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-20-2005)
What They SayStill unable to master the power of Sinsaber, Reiji continues to struggle against the power of Kouhei. Meanwhile, Meguru also struggles to retrieve her memory which is still blocked by her own fear. Everyone is working hard to win this battle... Dragon Drive Vol. #09
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-26-2005)
What They SayThe truth about Hideki being a spy have become a surprise to everyone. Now they must find the shrine before it’s too late and once they reach their destination, they must battle some fierce looking dragons guarding the shrine. Prepare t... The “Potterverse” Defined
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 04-03-2007)
Jim Butcher propels the Dresden Files, Janine Cross’s dark fantasy series reaches its conclusion, and entertainment journalist Edward Gross takes a stab at chronicling the development of all things Harry Potter in a very weighted edition of this ... Slayers Gorgeous
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 02-10-2004)
What They SayLina Inverse and her sidekick Naga the Serpent are happily enjoying lunch when the entire town ducks under cover before an invasion of Marlene Culvert and her legion of bloodthirsty dragons. The cause of the invasion? Marlene is in a feud wit... Handbooks and Sourcebooks and Novels...Oh My!
by James T. Voelpel (Sun 10-13-2002)
Hey Gamers! Feeling buried under the veritable landslide of recent DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS releases? CINESCAPE is here to save the day with a brake-down of three recent D&D publications that every gamer should know about.D&D Publication #1: CITY OF THE SPIDE... Dragon Drive Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 01-01-2005)
What They SayReiji and friends are in big trouble when they abandon the Dragonic Heaven Championship to help their friend Mukai. Muka is headed for the palace of an evil monster that killed his mother. It seems as though Reiji\'s life seems to grow more c... X Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 10-05-2002)
What They SayTwo choices, two sides, one future... Two groups of supernaturally powered warriors begin a prophetic battle to shape the future- a clash that will rock the foundations of the planet! The Dragons of Earth swear to purge humanity from the worl... X Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 09-19-2003)
What They SayThe battle between the Dragons of Heaven and Earth rages with deadly consequences, as Seiichiro, a Dragon of Heaven, secretly challenges Yuto. Karen discovers his plan, and puts Seiichiro to sleep then heads to the battlefield, determined to ... Crying Freeman (Koike Shoin version) Vol.#02
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Wed 09-13-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Koike Kazuo/Ikegami RyoichiTranslated by:Carl Gustav HornAdapted by:What They SayCrying Freeman, the deadliest assassin of the 108 Dragons clan of the Chinese mafia, has taken a bride, and she has passed the harsh tests of the... X
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-25-2001)
What They SayThe future of the universe rests on one young man, Kamui Shiro, who must destroy either the Dragons of Earth or the Dragons of Heaven - two opposing armies. He alone must decide whether humanity should be destroyed to create a purified univer... Izabella Scorupco - Trapped in a REIGN OF FIRE
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Tue 07-09-2002)
Polish-born actress Izabella Scorupco is no stranger to action adventure films. She's co-starred with Pierce Brosnan in GOLDENEYE and tested the VERTICAL LIMIT with Chris O'Donnell.This week she returns to the silver screen in REIGN OF FIRE, a post-apocal... Crying Freeman (Koike Shoin version) Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 04-18-2006)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Koike Kazuo / Ikegami RyoichiTranslated by:Kumar SivasubramanianAdapted by:What They SayHe is Yo Himomura, deadly assassin for the 108 Dragons, the Chinese Mafia. But to the criminal underworld who fear him, he is known as Cry... X: The Movie
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-25-2001)
What They SayThe future of the universe rests on one young man, Kamui Shiro, who must destroy either the Dragons of Earth or the Dragons of Heaven - two opposing armies. He alone must decide whether humanity should be destroyed to create a purified univer... Flying Low
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 09-27-2007)
The late 1970s and early 1980s played host to an unusual time for animation. As Disney continued to dominate the field with their own (often sanitized) adaptations of old fairy tales, other directors and producers became restless and said, "Shucks, c... Star Ocean EX Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-28-2005)
What They SayTheir quest to find the Sorcery Globe takes Claude, Rena and Celine to Port Harley. However, before they can arrive, they are sidetracked by an encounter with Ashton, a swordsman who single-handedly faced a hideous two-headed dragon, but wou... Dragon Drive Vol. #10
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-31-2005)
What They SayAfter stealing the Dragonite, Kouhei and Hideaki return to the D-Zone with Hideaki deliberately releasing the all powerful Shinryu! It’s now up to Reiji and his friends to try and succeed in containing this incredible power before it de... Reign of Fire Details (Thu 02-15-2001)
More details are emerging about the dragon-wrought apocalyptic world of the upcoming Reign of Fire film.Warning: SpoilersAn admittedly smitten female contributor to Coming Attractions offered these details on the film after reportedly talking with the mov...Bowman's REIGN Part Two
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Fri 07-12-2002)
Director Rob Bowman's newest big-screen offering, REIGN OF FIRE, is being touted as the fusion of a medieval past with a kill-or-be-killed post-apocalyptic future. The film tells the story of what happens to the world when a young boy, Quinn, inadvertentl... It's Not Easy Being Green in GOLDMEMBER
by Jennifer Tomooka (Tue 07-30-2002)
For two episodes, audiences have been treated to the comic banter between Dr. Evil and his son, Scott. And we have been able to see just what kind of strange relationship the son of a notorious mastermind can have with a father obsessed with taking over t... X
by Philip Verdieck (Sun 03-17-2002)
The Review!Sometimes you pick up a DVD based on the cover. Sometimes you do it based on what you hear from others. After doing the former with this title, I'll be more inclined to stick with the latter.
I was severely disappointed by the time I got th... REIGN OF FIRE
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 07-12-2002)
So much of REIGN OF FIRE is so clearly a good idea that the momentum of the premise along with a highly charismatic performance by Christian Bale carries us straight through some well-worn end-of-civilization terrain.A prologue, set in the present, show... X Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 05-10-2003)
What They SayThe two Kamuis finally awaken! Kamui has chosen to be a Dragon of Heaven, forcing Fuma, Kamui's twin star, to become a Dragon of Earth. Battle between the two is inevitiable, but not while Kamui is still unconscious from the shock of Kotori's... Sword of Truth, Dragonlance, & More
by Pat Ferrara (Wed 07-19-2006)
Swords clash, elemental battleships go to war, and long-dead dragons rise again in this week's buzz of science fiction, fantasy, and horror fiction. Making big waves in the fantasy arena is Tor Book's publication of Terry Goodkind's Phantom. A long-awaite... Record of Lodoss War OVA Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-22-1998)
What They SayLodoss, the accursed island has seen wars ravage its kingdoms for thousands of years. Now, an evil beyond any it has ever faced before, and a party of six are drawn together in battle. Among them: Parn, a young fighter who lacks experience bu... Dragon Ball GT Vol. #11: Evolution
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-04-2004)
What They SayThe Shadow Dragons
When an evil Dragon emerges from the cracked Dragon Balls it seems like the world has become cracked as well. After stealing the Dragon Balls, he spawns seven more evil Dragons that disappear across the horizon like wild ja... Dragon Knight: The Wheel of Time
by Justin Rich (Thu 04-21-2005)
What They SayMany years have passed since the shining example of knightly virtue, Takeru, performed his heroic deeds. Now it falls to his son, Kakeru, to save the kingdom from encroaching evil. The forces of Lucifon, ruler of the eastern realm of Reimlin... Flame of Recca Vol. #04
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-30-2005)
What They SayThe Review!As the Kurei arc takes a short break, we get a massive history lesson and learn the true nature of events.
Audio:
For our primary viewing session, we listened to this show in its original language of Japanese. The stereo mix is d... Flame of Recca Vol. #09
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-09-2006)
What They SayThe semifinals are underway and Team Hokage have their work cut out for them against Team Uruha Ma! Recca gets set to take on the insidious Kashamara, whose special powers allow him to use Recca\'s fire dragons against him.
Next up is the qu... Aquarian Age: The Movie (Limited Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-16-2005)
What They SayFrom MADHOUSE, the studio that brought you Metropolis, Ninja Scroll, Vampire Hunter D, and X, with character designs by Haruhiko Mikimoto (Macross, Gundam), comes a tale of power and war where the fate of the world hangs on the brink.
Mayumi,... Slayers Movie Collection
by John Eriani (Mon 10-09-2006)
What They SayContains 285 minutes of Slayers goodness, including not only Slayers: The Motion Picture, but also the standalone Slayers: Return, Slayers: Great, Slayers Gorgeous, and Slayers: Premium.
Plagued by a recurring dream, master thief and sorcere... Crying Freeman (Koike Shoin version) Vol.#04
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 12-18-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Koike Kazou / Ikegami RyoichiTranslated by:Kumar SivasubramanianAdapted by:Kumar SivasubramanianWhat They SayCult leader Naiji Kumaga is poised for a hostile takeover of Japan. He has the tools - 1000 submachine guns in a land... Del Toro Talks HOBBIT and FRANKENSTEIN
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sun 10-05-2008)
Director Guillermo del Toro may have a very busy schedule ahead of him---being locked in until 2017---but the man had time to attend The New Yorker Festival in Manhattan this weekend where New Yorker writer Daniel Zalewski had a chance to pick his brain o... Escaflowne Vol. #7
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-24-2002)
What They SayHitomi surrenders to the fortune-enhanced soldiers Naria and Eriya, but the process has some unpredictable side effects. After her escape, Hitomi and Van are summoned to the ruins of Fanelia by Folken, where they face the menace of the dragon... Shadow Star Narutaru Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-13-2005)
What They SayAs the alien Dragon’s Children wage war against humanity, their leader tempts Akira to use her powers for cruel and questionable motives. Meanwhile, Shiina trains to develop a psychic link with her alien friend and begins to uncover a h... Tokyo Underground Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 03-19-2005)
What They SayAfter becoming Ruri\'s bodyguard, Shiel, Master of Thunder, develops sympathy for Ruri- especially after she overhears Pairon\'s plot to resurrect the hideous dragons in exchange for Ruri\'s life! Shiel helps Ruri escape confinement and trie... Drizzt Do’Urden Is Back?
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 09-24-2007)
Since his conception in the Icewind Dale Trilogy back in 1988, R.A. Salvatore’s Drizzt has grown from an initial side character to the most well-renowned persona of the Forgotten Realms universe.
Hello Maniac readers and welcome to this, th... X Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-21-2002)
What They SayUnable to accept the truth behind his mother’s death, Kamui visits Hinoto, the dreamseer for the Dragons of Heaven. He refuses to believe her prophecy – that he is the key to the Earth’s fate! She pleads with him to try and ... Dragon Ball GT Vol. #12: Revolution
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 02-05-2004)
What They SayThe Seven-Star Dragon
After stumbling upon Naturon Shenron as he burrowed through the ground, Goku and Pan have to save an entire city from the earthquakes caused by this dragon\'s digging. But when the dragon takes a fall a little too soon, ... Aquarian Age: The Movie (Standard Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 03-16-2005)
What They SayFrom MADHOUSE, the studio that brought you Metropolis, Ninja Scroll, Vampire Hunter D, and X, with character designs by Haruhiko Mikimoto (Macross, Gundam), comes a tale of power and war where the fate of the world hangs on the brink.Mayumi, ... Malazan Builds Momentum
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 03-06-2007)
Anne Bishop jumpstarts the Ephemera series, Craig Gardner delves into Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars’ theological motifs get the Gospel treatment in this week’s edition of the Buzz.
Goodday to all you Maniacs and glad to see yo... Universal Adapting Steer's DRAGONOLOGY
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 06-13-2008)
It's been 12 years since Universal Pictures released Dragon Heart and the studio is ready to jump back into the dragon mythology once again. HR is reporting that the studio has bought the rights to Dugald A. Steer's faux non-fiction children's book series... X Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 01-23-2003)
What They SayMortally wounded by Nataku, Fuma’s father leaves a cryptic message for his son – \"You are Kamui’s twin star.\" After the funeral, Kamui and Kotori are attacked by Seishiro, a Dragons of Earth assassin. A still mystified Fum... BALE Plays with FIRE Part One
by Jennifer H. Tomooka (Sun 07-14-2002)
Best known for his role as Patrick Bateman in AMERICAN PSYCHO and the man who was dubbed one of the "Most Creative People in Entertainment" by ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, Christian Bale returns to the big screen this week in the sci-fi adventure REIGN OF FIRE.H... X Vol. #8
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 11-21-2003)
What They SayUnable to dispel suspicions about Hinoto’s strange behavior, Kamui and Sorata investigate and discover her shocking secret! Arashi vanishes, then returns - as a member of the Dragons of Earth! Now enemies, Sorata and Arashi confront ea... X: THE MOVIE
by BRIAN THOMAS (Mon 10-15-2001)
In 1999 - "The Year of Destiny" - a gang war starts between the Dragons of Earth and the Dragons of Heaven. Both gangs are made up of super-magic-powered folks that can spit thunderbolts and piss fire and what-not. The most powerful Dragon is Kamui, who h... Bright Future for Locke Lamora
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-25-2007)
While readers across the country quickly devoured Scott Lynch’s fantasy debut The Lies of Locke Lamora last year, they’ve got a lot more to chew on from the 29-year-old Wisconsin writer in the months ahead.
Hello all you Maniac reader... X
by Roman Martel (Wed 02-13-2002)
The Review!Overall Rating: 3.9
(on a scale of 1-5)
-Technical Ratings-
Sound: 5
Picture: 5
Menu: 4
Presentation: 4
Goodies: 4
Overall: 4.4
-Content Ratings-
Animation: 5
Sound: 5
Plot: 3
Acting: 2
Music: 3
Entertainment: 2
Overall: 3.3
-Intro-
I hadn... Zeoraima - Project Hades / Project Hades 2
by Bryan Morton (Tue 04-26-2005)
What They SayBEFORE NEON GENESIS EVANGELION THERE WAS ZEORAIMA
Caught by fate - surrounded by lies - one teenage boy holds the future of the world in his hands - and failure will mean a nuclear nightmare!
For decades the secret Steel Dragon society has ... Book Buzz: A New Skin for the God Emperor of Dune
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 06-23-2008)
In the midst of preproduction announcements on Paramount’s and Peter Berg’s upcoming Dune remake, Frank Herbert’s God Emperor of Dune is getting the audiobook treatment from Macmillan Audio. Read by Simon Vance, Scott Brick and Katherine... Bowman spills it on REIGN OF FIRE, X-FILES 2 hopes
by Christopher Allan Smith and Scott Collura (Tue 06-18-2002)
In the latest issue of CINESCAPE magazine, REIGN OF FIRE director Rob Bowman (X-FILES: FIGHT THE FUTURE, STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION) talked to us about his latest, a the tale of dragons overtaking a future Earth. "The idea which I found most compelli... Dragon Drive Vol. #03
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-04-2004)
What They SayThe preliminaries for the Ultimate Dragonic Heaven Championship begins! But it doesn\'t look so good for Reiji\'s team when the evil twins come back to hunt them. While Daisuke burns with jealousy and Rockaku takes a nap, Reiji and Chibi figh... Dragon Drive Vol. #06
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 03-11-2005)
What They SayKouhei has stolen the powerful Dragonite and the time has come for Reiji and friends to arise a plan to once again encounter RI-ON for the final battle. But in order to have any possibility against the evil Kouhei and his powerful dragon, Chi... IBooks, Inc. to the Rescue!
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 11-19-2007)
For the first time in my year and a half of running this column we’ve got a release schedule absolutely barren of any new hardcover debuts. But what this week’s offering lacks in hardback entertainment it more than makes up for in…well,... Crying Freeman Vol. #3: Abduction in Chinatown
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 06-08-2003)
What They SayA bold kidnapping foreshadows a desperate plan by the lusty female leader of a deadly army of mercenaries. It is simple: transform Freeman - the enigmatic leader of the powerful crime syndicate The 108 Dragons - into a mindless \"killing mach... Monster Manual V
by Tim Janson (Tue 09-04-2007)
I have always been of the opinion that when it comes to Dungeons & Dragons, there are two things you can never have enough of: Magic and Monsters! Part of this stems from my innate laziness. I’m simply not as motivated as I used t... Crying Freeman Vol. #1: Portrait of a Killer
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 03-01-2003)
What They SayBrainwashed by the 108 Dragons, a powerful Chinese crime syndicate, Yo Hinomura is transformed into a killing machine known as \"Crying Freeman\" for the silent tears he sheds for his victims.
When the lovely artist Emu Hino witnesses one o... Dragon Drive Vol. #01
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 04-30-2004)
What They SayReiji Oozora is a completely lazy bum. He\'s the \'tardy champion\' at school, a terrible student and he gives up on everything! Unable to stand seeing her childhood friend waste away his youth, Maiko Yukino introduces Reiji to a virtual-real... Crying Freeman Vol. #2: A Taste of Revenge
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 05-02-2003)
What They SayBy taking the Chinese names \"Ron Tayan\" (Dragon Sun) and \"Fu Ching-Ran\" (Tiger Orchid), Hinomura and his wife Emu Hino show their commitment to the venerable Hong Kong cartel The 108 Dragons. Now they face both betrayal from within their ... X Vol. #1
by Justin A. Swartz (Sat 02-01-2003)
The Review!I would like to say, for the record, that I was very impressed with this entry into the Anime world, distributed by Pioneer in the U.S., mostly because of it's quality in relation to the "X" movie. Rintaro's big mistake, this isn't. With that... Tsubasa Vol.#15
by Sakura Eries (Tue 12-18-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:CLAMPTranslated by:William FlanaganAdapted by:William FlanaganWhat They SayKurogane, Syaoran, Fai, Mokona, and Princess Sakura have come upon a desert of shifting sands and ruined skyscrapers. This postapocalyptic nightmare is... X: Remix Collectors Set
by Lauren Goodnight (Fri 09-21-2007)
What They SayRemastered audio and video!
Two futures. Two sides. One choice. X.
Two groups of supernaturually powered warriors begin a prophetic battle to shape the future - a clash that will rock the foundations of the planet! The Seven Dragons of ... Dragon Drive Vol. #02
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-14-2004)
What They SayDragon Drive was only supposed to be a game, but now it\'s become more real than anything Reiji knows! It began with a tour of the special training room, but ended with the group suddenly sent to \"the other Earth\", a place known as Rikyu.
... Dragon Drive Vol. #04
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 12-03-2004)
What They SayReiji\'s life in Rikyu isn?t going as easy as he had expected. Not only is he forced to participate in the extreme dragon battles, but he and his friends decide to take on a massive, evil dragon in order to rescue a woman in captive. Will Dai... Dragon Drive Vol. #07
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 04-18-2005)
What They SayChibi, the Guardian Spirit of Rikyu, still lacks the power to defeat Kouhei’s powerful dragon. In order to acquire more power, Reiji follows an elder’s advice to finally reach the destination and achieve power. However, it’s... Crying Freeman (Koike Shoin version) Vol.#05
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Tue 06-12-2007)
Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Koike Kazuo / Ikegami RyoichiTranslated by:Kumar SivasubramanianAdapted by:Kumar SivasubramanianWhat They SayOnce a humble ceramics artist, the infamous assassin known as Crying Freeman has risen in power to become the head of... How to Become All-Powerful Witch and Save the World from Nazis
by Jessica Chobot (Mon 01-29-2007)
I’ve been hooking up with this guy lately with whom I have absolutely nothing in common with except for one (very odd) thing: our mutual love of old school, live-action Disney movies. Pollyanna, The (original) Parent Trap, Swiss Family Robinson, The... "Innocent Bird: Volume One"
by Nadia Oxford (Mon 02-19-2007)
Everyone makes the innocent mistake of renting what they think is a riveting drama about a pizza delivery man, only to find out--gasp--the pizza premise is actually a thin veil for what is actually a porno tape. At least, that's the excuse mother... Creeping into the Mainstream
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 01-24-2007)
Greetings, Comicscape faithful, and welcome to another exciting Wednesday morning. I trust you’ll all walk into your neighborhood comic shops later today – if you already haven’t – and walk out a few dollars poorer, but, I... "Utopia's Avenger: Volume 1"
by Nadia Oxford (Thu 02-01-2007)
Is there an etiquette guidebook for fictional females who are kidnapped by bandits and then rescued by mercenaries? The dogs of war in drugstore romance novels and manhwa titles like Utopia's Avenger are unfailingly rough around the edges but i... "Superman: Theatrical Serials Collection"
by Brian Thomas (Wed 12-13-2006)
Though comic-book heroes like Captain Marvel, Batman and Captain America all were featured in movie serials within a few years of their print debut, National Periodical Publications instead sold screen rights to their moct valuable creation Superman ... The Tower of Shadows Looms onto Shelves
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 12-12-2006)
Drew Bowling kicks of his Tides of Fate trilogy with the hardback release of The Tower of Shadows, Don Bassingthwaite concludes The Dragon Below series with The Killing Song, and Sergei Lukyanenko’s wildly popular The Night Watch returns from it... "The Host"
by Brian Thomas (Sun 03-11-2007)
It’s been a while since there has been a traditional, old fashioned monster movie, the kind where an aberration is produced or awakened by mankind’s science can only be destroyed by the heroic actions of a few individuals making use of the ... Top Ten Movies You Should Have Seen By Now
by Jessica Chobot (Mon 12-18-2006)
You can always tell when the holidays roll around by the plethora of “Top Ten” lists showcased on magazine covers, entertainment shows, websites and newspapers. It seems that within the world of “journalism/editorial” that every... Flickers in the Dark
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 01-03-2007)
The opening shots are simple but unforgettable. A train station in autumn, a dazed boy propped against a column, an empty fruit tin filled with pale ashes tossed aside carelessly by custodians. Grave of the Fireflies has been described by f... Happy New Year!
by Brian Thomas (Mon 01-01-2007)
Yes, Happy New Year – and holy smoke! And I thought there were few DVD releases last week! Well, the short list this week gives us a chance to go over what’s on the way in 2007 in the field of animation. Barnyard is a spin-off... "Pantheon High: Volume 1"
by Nadia Oxford (Sat 01-20-2007)
Students attend high school under the shadow of fierce mascots: Tigers, Dragons, Eagles. The implied ferocity is mostly a bluff. My high school's mascot was a Lion, but the animal's kingly reputation didn't stop our lacrosse team from gett... Transformers…Novelized
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-29-2007)
With the 4th of July looming on the summer horizon, Transformers fans won’t have to wait the next seven weeks to find out what happens in Michael Bay’s film adaptation of the franchise giant. Random House Publishing Group and novelization guru... FANTASY ART NOW
by Tim Janson (Mon 11-05-2007)
I have been a huge fan of fantasy art ever since I saw my first Frank Frazetta cover on one of those old Ace paperbacks Conan books. Today, fantasy art is as diverse as its ever been. What used to be a lot of warriors, wizards, faeries and drago... BEOWULF
by Abbie Bernstein (Fri 11-16-2007)
For those of us who grew up on storybooks, let it be known that Beowulf captures the feel of reading a good one. Not that the movie is for children, but rather that director Robert Zemeckis, writers Neil Gaiman & Roger Avary and their highly talented ... "Scourge of Worlds"
by John Sinnott (Sun 11-12-2006)
When DVD technology was first released, one of the possibilities that were touted was video-game DVDs that would erase the boundary between movies and games. While a few of these titles have been released, the idea hasn't really taken off. ... Super Mario Manga
by Nadia Oxford (Fri 11-16-2007)
Happy Middle of November. Manga publishers are doling out heavy loads as Christmas creeps closer, including a couple of hardcover collections that will surely please the packrat in your family (or some otherwise familiar hanger-on you are obligated to tre... Beware THE MIST
by Pat Ferrara (Mon 10-01-2007)
It seems only fitting to talk about Stephen King in the first Book Buzz column of October. Turned 60 last month, the American horror guru has written over 50 bestselling novels and won countless literary awards. His patented brand of disturbing, psycholog... WHO WANTS TO BE A SUPER HERO?: Disguise
by Stephen Lackey (Sat 08-18-2007)
The more I look at this show the more I get frustrated with the realization that Stan Lee, one of the iconic creators of comic books, and the producer of this series don’t look at modern comics to influence this series. Hollywood is reading com... The Wizard Explored
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 05-01-2007)
Penguin Group USA unveils a powerful new anthology on hardcover featuring fantasy’s most prestigious character archetypes: the almighty, all-ass-kicking wizard. Neil Gaiman, Kage Baker, Orson Scott Card, and many other established fantasy authors ro... Leave Them Kids Alone
by Nadia Oxford (Wed 05-09-2007)
Critics often cite monotonous, flavourless characters when voicing their disdain for animation or manga out of Japan. As it happens, anime is subject to the same weaknesses as any creative outlet. Sometimes said weakness lies with the viewer's personal ta... Who Wants to Watch a Wannabe Hero?
by Stephen Lackey (Sun 07-22-2007)
This week sees the premiere of season two of the SCIFI Channel and Stan Lee’s Who Wants to be a Super Hero. I watched the first episode of the first season and never looked back. First, I thought it just came off ridiculous and in a way ma... WHO WANTS TO BE A SUPER HERO?: Rollercoaster
by Stephen Lackey (Sat 08-11-2007)
So, I’ve actually watched every episode leading up to this week. I’ve been planning to review the series for some time but for some reason things have been getting in the way (Uhh Comic Con?). It’s a shame that I ended up revie... "Dragon Drive Vol. 1"
by Janet Houck (Thu 04-12-2007)
The pet monster genre is something of a worn-out dog by now. I think we can all agree that while Digimon and Pokemon continue on, the height of their popularity was a good ten years ago. Regardless, kids do love their pet monsters. The Pokemon video g... SYMPHONY OF ENCHANTED LANDS II: THE DARK SECRET
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 08-11-2005)
The Italian epic metal band Rhapsody proclaims what it plays is "Symphonic Epic Hollywood Metal," coining a new term in a species of music that has already become over categorized but in their case the appellation is quite accurate (some have even called... Magic and Mayhem: Art of Magic
by Branislav "Bane" Babovic (Mon 10-22-2001)
After a lot of announcements, Art of Magic, the sequel to the famous fantasy blockbuster Magic and Mayhem appeared on the market. Bethesda Softworks managed to publish the game in spite of the chaotic situation with Charybdis designers who were, in the me... Might and Magic 8: Day of The Destroyer
by Uros "2Lions" Jojic (Wed 03-29-2000)
"Recycling" computer games became a common thing. Obsolete engines are being used beyond belief just to make more money on account of old fame. Playability does play an important role in determining game quality, yet outdated graphics and gameplay can rea... The Temple of Elemental Evil
by Ure "Vader" Paul (Thu 09-25-2003)
Computer role-playing games have evolved over the years - D&D games in particular. The basic D&D rule set has been updated, modified, and tweaked time and again, ultimately progressing to today's Advanced Dungeons & Dragons 3.5 rule set. These regulat... CHUPACABRA TERROR
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 05-03-2005)
Cryptozoologists studying the phenomena wild men like Sasquatch or lake dragons like Nessie will tell you that nearly all reports indicate that these elusive beasts are shy and not aggressive. But that doesn't stop filmmakers from turning them into horrif... MTV Makes VALIANT Effort
by News Editor (Thu 06-23-2005)
MTV Films has picked up the movie rights to Holly Black's teen novel VALIANT: A MODERN TALE OF FAERIE.The story centers on seventeen-year-old Valerie Russell who runs away to New York City, where she tries to escape a life that has utterly betrayed her. S... CARNIVALE - Outside New Canaan
by Jason Davis (Mon 03-21-2005)
After the cataclysmic revelations of "Cheyenne, WY," viewers are in for a tension-filled respite as Daniel Knauf and his writers set up all the pieces for a season finale that will make year one's conclusion look like a cakewalk by comparison. Brother Ju... Koreans get you HIGH
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 03-22-2005)
Today Fox is promoting some of their DVD seasoned TV series by releasing "TV Starter Sets". These include the first two episodes of each show for under ten bucks, with a coupon inside that can get you one of the series seasons at a discount. Titles includ... Comicscape - June 30, 2004
by Tony Whitt (Wed 06-30-2004)
OPINION: Before I embark on this column, I want to indulge in a bit of CYA: the ideas herein are not all that original, nor are they all my own. Firstly, I am not the first (nor will I be the last) comics critic to note that death is a far more mutable co... Two different VAN HELSING DVDs in October
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 07-26-2004)
Universal Home Video will bring Stephen Sommers' VAN HELSING to home video on October 19, 2004. Considered the first movie of the 2004 summer season, VAN HELSING stars Hugh Jackman as the legendary monster hunter; Kate Beckinsale as Anna, his ally; Richar... GOLDENEYE: ROGUE AGENT out in stores
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 11-23-2004)
Electronic Arts latest James Bond video game is now out in stores. GOLDENEYE: ROGUE AGENT is a first-person shooter that breaks away from the norm of past 007 games and delivers an interesting new kick into its premise: instead of playing as the good guy,... Precious Rings of Metal!
by Brian Thomas (Tue 12-14-2004)
I want to take a minute here and empathize with you all, as you're probably going through a lot of holiday stress right now. Let's not beat around the bush we're talking about Christmas, and not the holy day of spiritual significance symbolizing belief i... Who Watches the Justice League?
by David Michael Wharton (Mon 07-04-2005)
Welcome back, and a happy Fourth of July to all my fellow crazy, explosives-happy Americans out there. I hope you're all enjoying yourselves as you float on lakes or guzzle alcohol or blow off various appendages with illegal fireworks. In the words of P... NECA and Barker Are Real HELLRAISERs
by News Editor (Tue 08-09-2005)
NECA has joined forces with horror master Clive Barker to celebrate Clive's return to the characters and universe of pleasure and pain that he created - HELLRAISER.To mark this special event NECA presents the first ever HELLRAISER playset, "The Cenobite L... HD DVD for X-Box 360 and SAW on Blu-Ray
by John Sinnott (Sun 09-24-2006)
HD DVD add-on for X-Box 360 No HDMI: The first pictures of the HD DVD add-on for Microsoft's X-Box 360 were recently posted on IGN.com, and there's some bad news: The accessory apparently will not have an HDMI digital output, only
X-Box 360
&co... Miyazaki still selling
by Brian Thomas (Sat 08-19-2006)
In Japan, CASTLE IN THE SKY recently marked its 200th week on the Top 300 sales charts, joining Hadao Miyazaki's other hit MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO (at 242 weeks) in the Over 200 club. KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE and SPIRITED AWAY should both pass the 200 mark in t... IMHO MMORPG 4U
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Sat 09-30-2006)
From the thousands of hours that I have spent online and playing videogames, I have come to the conclusion that the online world is filled hundreds of MMORPG's. It seems that every time that I open my email I have a new offer to join or review one. I will... Hellboy Toon!
by Brian Thomas (Sat 10-28-2006)
HELLBOY: SWORD OF STORMS premieres tonight on the Cartoon Network’s Toonami block. The 70-minute animated feature is not exactly a sequel to Guillermo del Toro’s 2004 feature film, since it doesn’t really pick up on much of the narrativ... "East Coast Rising: Vol. 1"
by Janet Houck (Mon 10-30-2006)
I've been a fan of Becky Cloonan for years, since I stumbled upon the Estrigious website years ago, when looking at RPG fanart. For me, she�s a sign that yes, people my age can go out there and do some wonderful stuff and get paid for it. (Of course, I'... Ant Bully
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Wed 08-02-2006)
Lately we have seen a lot of movies come out, all of them involving CGI in some major manor. This summer alone, so far we have had Monster House, Cars, Barnyard, and now Ant Bully. I must confess that a lot of the games that come out based on movies, gene... Patrick Doyle's Goblet of Fire
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 11-24-2005)
THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONS Patrick Doyle has proven to be an outstanding choice to compose the music to the fourth film in J.K. Rowling's cinematic franchise, HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE. Based on Rowling's then-longest and darkest series entry, ... Exemplars of Evil
by Tim Janson (Mon 12-24-2007)
To me, the Wizards of the Coast Dungeons & Dragons supplements fall into one of four classifications:
Core Books which are required for play
Books which are not core, but are so well designed as to be essentially core.
Non-c... Comicscape - August 17, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 08-17-2005)
Greetings, COMICSCAPE faithful, and welcome to another edition of THERE GOES YOUR LIFE!. Last week, Voodoo Maverick's Tedd Walley and John Williams helped me walk you through the soul-sucking, wallet-draining endeavor that is self-publishing. This week,... Weaving Lends Voice for RINGS BATTLE
by News Editor (Wed 11-16-2005)
Electronic Arts very recently announced that Hugo Weaving will expand his involvement with THE LORD OF THE RINGS franchise as he assumes the role of lead voiceover talent in the highly anticipated video game sequel The Lord of the Rings, The Battle for Mi... Ubisoft to Publish DRAKENGARD® 2 for U.S.
by News Editor (Thu 11-17-2005)
Ubisoft announced that it has signed an exclusive publishing deal with Square Enix to bring DRAKENGARD® 2 to North America and Europe. Under the agreement, Ubisoft will distribute DRAKENGARD® 2 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. DRAKENGA... Salvatore, Weis, & Star Trek Ship Guide!
by Pat Ferrara (Tue 11-07-2006)
It’s a good Tuesday on this the first week in November as we’ve got a handful of series sequels, a couple promising, original new novels, and a Star Trek Enterprise guide in this Penguin Group- and Wizards of the Coast-dominated Weekly Book... Orphen Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-08-2003)
What They SayThe \"Heiress With Attitude\" is getting tired of traveling with sorcerer-turned-dragon hunters Orphen and Majic. So when Cleao hears about the legend of a monster near the mysterious resort at Mount Kahlna, it?s no surprise when she goes to ... YuGiOh Vol. #18: Obelisk the Tormentor (Tue 12-09-2003)
What They SayObelisk The Tormentor To face the future, Yugi must first look into his past! As Yugi begins to uncover the layers of mystery surrounding the Millennium Puzzle, Ishizu foretells that winning Kaiba\'s Battle City tournament may hold the answer...Legend of the Dragon Kings Vol. #5
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 02-08-2004)
What They SayThe dragon-boy Owaru is kidnapped by the mysterious Lady L! A double agent who was horribly scarred in a dragon attack, Lady L means to use the teenager\'s super-powers to gain world domination. Alone and desperate, Owaru loses control and tr... Knights of the Zodiac Vol. #2
by Luis Cruz (Mon 04-05-2004)
What They SayNo one has ever gotten past Andromeda\'s Nebula Chains - that is, until his long lost brother Ikki, now known as the vengeful Phoenix, crashes the tournament - and he\'s not looking to play by the rules to claim his prize!The Review!The fight... Zone of the Enders Vol. #5
by Paul Jacques (Tue 01-06-2004)
What They SayGet ready for action as the war for Mars rears its ugly head. James Links is finding it no easier to keep his friends than it is to evade his enemies. And tearful reunions and departures bring the Links family closer to their ultimate fate. I... Yu Yu Hakusho Vol. #24: Old Rivals, New Problems
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 06-20-2004)
What They SayWith mere moments to go before the tunnel between the Living World and the Demon World opens unleashing hordes of beast on an unsuspecting population, Yusuke\'s team push their way into Sensui\'s Lair. But what they find there shocks them bey... Saiyuki Vol. #05
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 10-08-2003)
What They SayAn ancient legend tells that eating a priest entrusted with one of the founding scriptures of heaven and earth will grant immortality-and now the Scorpion Queen Renli has developed a taste for Sanzo. After luring his party into her undergroun... Doomed Megalopolis Special Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 09-30-2003)
What They SayThe powerful mystic Kato\'s obsession with conquering Tokyo awakens the long-dead spirit Masakato, the legendary guardian of Tokyo. Unable to stand alone against Masakato\'s power, the calculating Kato uses an innocent woman as an unsuspecti... X TV Soundtrack Vol. #1
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
What They SayAvailable domestically for the first time, the \'X\' Original Soundtrack 1 is an essential CD soundtrack for anime fans of the popular \'X\' franchise! Features 13 memorable tracks, including the opening and ending songs.The Review!5 out of ... Dragon Knight: Wheel of Time Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-22-2003)
What They SayDespite dragon attacks and shipwrecks, Kakeru and his friends continue their fight against the evil Lucifon. Along the way, they are joined by an increasing number of warriors committed to defeating Lucifon.
However, even as the group is ga... Legend of the Dragon Kings Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 11-13-2003)
What They SayHajime and his brothers aren\'t human. As each comes of age, he gains the ability to transform into a fire-breathing dragon. Wonders of magic or science, they are stalked by a mad scientist bent on dissecting them and stealing their secrets. ... X TV Soundtrack Vol. #2
by Tiffani Nadeau (Sun 07-31-2005)
What They SayFans of the X TV series won’t want to miss this second original soundtrack packed with more songs from the hit series by CLAMP (X, Chobits, Cardcaptor Sakura)!The Review!5 out of 5
X Original Soundtrack II
Music found in the X Series.
... Pokemon Advanced Vol. #6: A Three Team Scheme
by Luis Cruz (Tue 02-22-2005)
What They SayTurning Over A Nuzleaf:
When Pikachu and pals are captured by a group of grouchy green-leafed Pokemon, can they escape before Team Rocket catches them all?
A Three Team Scheme!
Our heroes stumble onto Team Aqua and Team Magma\'s evil plot... Lupin the 3rd TV Vol. #08: Sweet Betrayals
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 10-11-2004)
What They SayFujiko is hired by the ICPO to capture Lupin in exchange for offsetting all her criminal records. Will Fujiko?s betrayal paid off? And who tricks whom!? Lupin and the gang are in search of valuable diamonds, but they are hidden in the most ... X TV Box Set 2 (Sun 01-09-2005)
What They SayContains X TV DVD Volumes 5-8 in a high-quality Bailey box! The two Kamuis finally awaken! Kamui has chosen to be a Dragon of Heaven, forcing Fuma, Kamui\'s twin star, to become a Dragon of Earth. Battle between the two is inevitiable, but ...Escaflowne Collection Box 1
by Dani Moure (Tue 01-11-2005)
What They SayA world is dying, torn apart by a colossal war, the planet of Gaea is in turmoil. Civilizations have been wiped out, and more are ready to fall. But a girl could change all that. An ordinary girl, Hitomi finds herself suddenly transported to ... Dragon Ball Z Movie 01: Dead Zone
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 06-10-2005)
What They SayGohan has been kidnapped! To make matters worse, the evil Garlic Jr. is gathering the Dragonballs to wish for immortality. Only then will Garlic Jr. be able to take over the Earth in order to gain revenge for the death of his father.
Goku r... Cartoons on lil' DVDs
by Brian Thomas (Tue 06-15-2004)
Central Park Media has been issuing first episodes of their anime titles in their inexpensive ANIME TEST DRIVE line for some time, each of which contains a discount coupon for the full editions of each title. ADV Films tries to up the ante by doing someth... Star Ocean EX Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 05-23-2005)
What They SayClaude and his crew cross the ocean and arrive at Port Linga of Lacour Kingdom. They encounter Precis Newman, a cute and prolific inventor girl there. They decide to help her find mysterious moonlit flowers called Metox that have a special po... Kisaku the Letch Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 05-12-2005)
What They SayKisaku, professional letch and all-purpose pervert, is ready for a second round of blackmailing the local women into performing lurid sex acts. This time he\'s on the prowl at the beach, the hot springs, the hotels, the nurse\'s office and th... Ikki-Tosen Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 12-14-2004)
What They SayConcerned for her daughter, Hakufu\'s well being, Goei subtly sets into motion her plans to free her daughter. She cheers on Hakufu?s opponent Kakouton as well as arranges for a deep mountain trip to visit Chokou, the caretaker of a hot sprin... Petite Princess Yucie Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 12-23-2004)
What They SayMeet Yucie, a girl under a spell. Yucie wants to be a Platinum Princess, and the only way to do that is to attend the Princess Academy. Like, duh! But that\'s not as easy as it sounds. Under the guidance of Queen Ercell and with the unwittin... Ikki-Tosen Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 02-23-2005)
What They SayThe mortal battle between Hakufu and Ukitsu has begun. A fight that ended Hakufu’s life 800 years ago and one that will determine the future of all the fighters! Will Hakufu break the 800 year cycle, or is death truly their only destiny...